"INSTRUC TECH SYS PROF SPEC"

Job Details

Posting Number: S07603P

Working Title: INSTRUC TECH SYS PROF SPEC

Department: VPI-Teaching & Learning Center

About the University of Georgia: Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

Additional Schedule Information: Monday – Friday 40 Hours per week

Advertised Salary: $50,000-$52,000

Posting Date: 04/10/2025

Open until filled: Yes

Proposed Starting Date: 11/03/2025

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement: The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Classification Title: IT Technical/Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 100

Minimum Qualifications: Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications: Formal education in Audio/Visual, Electronics or related fields. AVIXA CTS/CTS-I, Extron AV Associate and/or other industry specific manufacturer training and certifications. 3+ years of experience in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Audio/Visual or related electronic systems. Knowledge of proper equipment rack wiring standards. Higher Education classroom support experience.

Position Summary: The Instructional Technology Systems Assistant (A/V Systems Support and Installation) position collaborates with and supports faculty and departments through the design, development, implementation, evaluation and classroom support of instructional technologies in compliance with UGA and industry standards. This position is responsible for the installation, maintenance and repair of integrated video/audio/data classroom presentation systems and related analog and digital instructional technologies. This individual will also provide quick, efficient telephone and on-site support for classroom instructional technology and/or systems to ensure minimal classroom downtime. Employees in this position must possess broad knowledge of current and evolving instructional technologies and resources.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: The position requires excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, good problem-solving skills, intermediate to advanced knowledge of presentation systems, data/video projectors, audio/visual equipment, control systems, and distance learning technology (video conferencing) and their associated signal flow. Valid Georgia driver’s license is required. Intermediate to advanced knowledge of PC and Mac hardware and software support is preferred.

Physical Demands: Lifting of AV equipment and climbing ladders are regular activities.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?: No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)?: No

Duties/Responsibilities: Daily monitoring of assigned classrooms (on-site and remotely), maintenance, troubleshooting, quick response to classroom problems and end-user training (65% of time)

Duties/Responsibilities: Installation of UGA A/V systems to include coordination with system owners and other units such as EITS and FMD (20% of time)

Duties/Responsibilities: Provide required documentation for systems and spaces in assigned area (10% of time)

Duties/Responsibilities: Professional Development (5% of time)

Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. For assistance with your application or login, please email hrweb@uga.edu.

Recruitment Contact Name: Megan Mittelstadt

Recruitment Contact Email: megan.mittelstadt@uga.edu